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Title: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 21, 2014, 06:29:12 AM
I have started http://www.halobc.com (http://www.halobc.com) in hopes of bringing some joy to the Bitcoin community.

For a full tutorial on how to join the game please visit http://www.halobc.com/join-game.html (http://www.halobc.com/join-game.html).

Summary : In short you play against others in either Slayer or Team Slayer matches on Halo Custom Edition. I figured instead of gambling I can put my money to better use by hosting/funding a dedicated Halo CE server, Ventrilo server, and a server bank roll for the matches.

Because the server bankroll is funded out of pocket you don't need to spend any Bitcoin in order to compete.

Game Play : The Slayer match provides the opportunity for players to win 0.035 ฿ (Only one person can win the bankroll for this match).

The Team Slayer match allows the winning team to win 0.025 ฿ divided amongst themselves equally.

Hours of Operation : The server runs 24/7 however Bitcoin matches only take place currently on Saturdays.

The Saturday matches begin at 7pm eastern daylight time and ends around 8:45 - 9:00pm.

Payouts : After the match has ended payouts are sent.

Fairness : In order to prevent aim bots I have installed server addons to detect aim bots. I will also compete in every game to make sure no one is cheating. When I compete in Team Slayer and my team wins I will ask the losing teammates to choose a number from 1 - 10 and whoever answers correctly gets my cut that way I do not profit per game. If I happen to win a Slayer match then the winnings will be sent to everyone in the game (except for me).

For full information on how to join the server visit http://www.halobc.com/join-game.html (http://www.halobc.com/join-game.html).

Sever Specifications : All servers are ran on PCI express SSDs along with Intel quad core processors for an optimal gaming experience (hence the low ping values). The servers are also DDoS protected to provide 24/7 up time.


If you would like to have "priority" access to the upcoming server matches reply to this thread. Matches are first come first serve unless you reply.

















Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: Parks56 on March 21, 2014, 06:34:17 AM
This is just amazing! I am already a big fan of halo and now there are rewards  ;) ! ,maybe add the CTF ones too?


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: a1choi on March 21, 2014, 06:57:12 AM
If you're paying out of pocket for the rewards, how do you make any money?  Paying out the rewards and the server costs without a fee is crazy!  unless you're a generous benefactor.  =D


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: Arrogantx on March 21, 2014, 07:38:59 AM
I played a few games tonight, and I received a small reward just for playing a game ;)  Halo CE is a classic man. Thanks for throwing this together It has great potential.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: zenojis on March 21, 2014, 07:43:13 AM
This is an awesome idea! I don't understand how you can fund it though. You aren't giving away that much money, but it will add up over time. I came to this thread expecting it to work something like everyone buys into the game and winner takes all.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: wayneyoyo on March 21, 2014, 07:51:05 AM
you need to have the game halo ?


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: Rulishix on March 21, 2014, 07:58:06 AM
you need to have the game halo ?

Nope. Gotta have Battletoads. Play with Rash. He rocks!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: emsjvh on March 21, 2014, 08:07:04 AM
If you're paying out of pocket for the rewards, how do you make any money?  Paying out the rewards and the server costs without a fee is crazy!  unless you're a generous benefactor.  =D

This is an awesome idea! I don't understand how you can fund it though. You aren't giving away that much money, but it will add up over time. I came to this thread expecting it to work something like everyone buys into the game and winner takes all.


Like I said I get satisfaction from bringing joy to the BC community especially us Gamblers! :D

I'm not rich but I'll maintain it enough to get decent rounds going.

Madz was the best player tonight he was payed more than 0.0008BTC (His payout proof is below).

http://s4.postimg.org/ih63bq3q1/proof2.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/ih63bq3q1/)


Total of 5 payouts to users who participated tonight.

http://s11.postimg.org/czmmrjxvz/proof.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/czmmrjxvz/)








Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: MadZ on March 21, 2014, 08:57:42 AM
Fun games tonight, felt good to play some CE again. Confirming I did get paid by the way, which was a nice  bonus. Solid server/connection, hope to play some more games soon. Would be nice if Blood Gulch and/or Snipers were added into the rotation in the future, and maybe a pistol start on Battle Creek instead of plasma pistols. Still, ran excellently for this being the first day of this being up.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: emsjvh on March 21, 2014, 04:50:28 PM
Fun games tonight, felt good to play some CE again. Confirming I did get paid by the way, which was a nice  bonus. Solid server/connection, hope to play some more games soon. Would be nice if Blood Gulch and/or Snipers were added into the rotation in the future, and maybe a pistol start on Battle Creek instead of plasma pistols. Still, ran excellently for this being the first day of this being up.

I'll look into having a custom game of pure Sniper Rifles, Pistols , Shotguns, and Assault Rifles.





Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Mintograde on March 21, 2014, 06:12:04 PM
Love the idea, I'll be there for the FFA!

I'll be recording all my games, too, in case any shenanigannery needs to be verified.

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Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: mdzedzej on March 21, 2014, 06:33:41 PM
time to go pro again :D

this sounds like alot of fun


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| 0% House Edge |
Post by: emsjvh on March 21, 2014, 07:48:32 PM
you need to have the game halo ?


Yes you need Halo CE. Any version of Halo CE should work on the server since I configured it to work with all clients (except the Demo trial).

If you need help finding Halo CE visit http://www.halobc.com/join-game.html (http://www.halobc.com/join-game.html) for more information.





Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 22, 2014, 06:44:11 PM
EVERYONE IS FREE TO JOIN HOWEVER YOU MUST FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FOR JOINING THE GAME LOCATED ON THE halobc.com (http://halobc.com) WEBSITE!!!

Update for  3/22/2014 7:00 PM US Eastern Standard Time Match.

Slayer Match starts at 7:05PM US Eastern Standard Time.

If your username states "[Unconfirmed]" please reply to confirm that you will be attending tonight if your spot is unconfirmed 10 mins before 7:00 PM US Eastern Standard Time I will open the spot to allow other players a chance to play on a "First come first served basis".

If a match states "Open spot" in the list you can reply to this thread see "Open Spot Clause" for more information [Please reply with "Slayer" or "Team Slayer" that way I know which one to add you too].

Please use your same username in Bitcointalk for Halo CE and Ventrilo.

Open Spot Clause : If you're listed in Slayer you cannot secure a spot in Team Slayer and vice-versa. However If you're able to join due to a open spot (assuming no one confirms the spot 10 mins before game start) you're allowed entry.

If you're in neither of the matches and you reply to this thread you will be confirmed.


Map : Battlecreek (Beavercreek)

List of priority access users for tonight's Slayer Match :
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot

Open spot
emsjvh (Mod)                 [Confirmed]

List of priority access users for tonight's Team Slayer Match [5 Open spots reply to this thread stating "Team Slayer" to secure]:
emsjvh(Mod)                 [Confirmed]
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot


Update for  3/23/2014 6:00 PM US Eastern Standard Time Sunday Bonus Match.
Bankroll for this match will be 0.009 Bitcoin the gamemode will be Team Slayer.

Map : Blood Gluch

List of priority access users for Sunday's bonus match Team Slayer Match [6 Open spots reply to this thread stating "Team Slayer Sunday" to secure]:
Speaker [Confirmed]
emsjvh (Mod) [Confirmed]
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot
Open spot




Madz and I will be recording tonight's match. I will create a YouTube channel for match gameplay and post the results in a screenshot including BC payouts.

Tutorial for joining game if you're confirmed ttp://www.halobc.com/join-game.html (http://ttp://www.halobc.com/join-game.html).







Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Speaker on March 22, 2014, 06:51:43 PM
;~; I work from 8pm - 2am est time. I wanna do this!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 22, 2014, 07:35:28 PM
;~; I work from 8pm - 2am est time. I wanna do this!

Made a bonus match just for you enjoy! :)


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Mintograde on March 22, 2014, 10:00:27 PM
Did I miss the signup? (too many people before me?)


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 22, 2014, 10:02:40 PM
Did I miss the signup? (too many people before me?)

No in the above post https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=524547.msg5843513#msg5843513 (https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=524547.msg5843513#msg5843513) you'll see "Open spots". Just confirm which ones you want to play.

For this time only I'll make an exception to the rule and allow players from the Team Slayer match today to play on the Sunday Bonus match.



Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Mintograde on March 22, 2014, 10:30:38 PM
Can I be a standby player for the Slayer match, in case someone doesn't show up? Would rather not do TS.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 22, 2014, 10:35:01 PM
Can I be a standby player for the Slayer match, in case someone doesn't show up? Would rather not do TS.

Yes just join the Ventrilo server.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Arrogantx on March 22, 2014, 11:14:45 PM
I'd like to join, thanks


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 22, 2014, 11:28:48 PM
Direct IP :  192.95.29.206:2510
Password : hotdog

Post your withdrawal address we need more players I'm in game right now with 2 other people.



Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Mintograde on March 23, 2014, 12:00:58 AM
Prize received, thanks so much!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Arrogantx on March 23, 2014, 02:25:45 AM
1HZLa2EQ8ST2r8D8E3v8odMVykZRALWgAy   deposit address thanks. for future games.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Speaker on March 23, 2014, 09:58:01 PM
Aww no match today? Guess nobody else wanted to play but me lol


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 23, 2014, 10:13:57 PM
Yes the match is still on!

If no one else shows up it will be just me and you.



Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Bates on March 24, 2014, 12:46:49 PM
Great way to earn bitcoins and have fun at the same time. Thumbs up!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: AnDroid on March 24, 2014, 01:15:49 PM
If you can manage to run games on Sunday too it would be awesome! You've got my support.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: C3fal3xin on March 24, 2014, 01:26:05 PM
Works like a charm! i suggest this server for every Halo player and bitcoin lover:)


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: DJing on March 24, 2014, 02:09:25 PM
i can confirm that it is working (at least if you win I've never lost a game:) )


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 25, 2014, 02:20:51 AM
If you can manage to run games on Sunday too it would be awesome! You've got my support.

Sundays it is!

I'm going to have matches from Friday-Sunday.






Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Desmond88 on March 25, 2014, 06:22:02 PM
Great work OP! I hope I can manage to join the server on Sunday but I won't give any promises! Anyway have fun guys!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Ellen18 on March 25, 2014, 06:56:05 PM
Very noble idea. I think that you should add some ads in order to get some profit too. In this way you can make the prizes a little bit higher (although they are fine now!).


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 25, 2014, 08:36:52 PM
Very noble idea. I think that you should add some ads in order to get some profit too. In this way you can make the prizes a little bit higher (although they are fine now!).

I prefer not to have Ads on my website. I might setup a donation address in the future however I think I can handle the CE game's bankroll for now.



Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: FloRidah on March 27, 2014, 07:33:51 PM
I hope the servers won't lag. I really hate when there is lag. It doesn't matter if I am from Europe right?


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: G4ngSt4 on March 28, 2014, 12:11:47 PM
Which mode do you like best guys? Can we make a team or should we play individually? I prefer single matches!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: hellraiserUK on March 28, 2014, 03:46:17 PM
Halo server with an opportunity to earn bitcoins? Sounds like a great offer!:) I can't promise being there for this weekend but I will certainly try!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Great_Runner on March 28, 2014, 05:05:49 PM
I can confirm that it is working. Thanks a lot emsjvh and see you around on 192.95.29.206:2510 ;)


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: ironwoman22 on March 28, 2014, 06:51:21 PM
i think that the rewards for single players should be lowered and the prize for the team players should be increased. Anyway this is a great idea from the thread starter. Cheers!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: b!z on March 29, 2014, 03:57:22 AM
I'd love to play, but the ping is pretty high for me :(


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Jokerit on March 29, 2014, 08:35:24 AM
I'd love to play, but the ping is pretty high for me :(

Could I know your location? Because I am worried about the ping too! I guess the ping should be under 100 in order to play properly?


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: kaoticONE on March 29, 2014, 11:17:58 AM
So today is the big day?:) I won't have the opportunity to play today but I wish you luck guys! Make sure you write your impressions here :)


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Mintograde on March 29, 2014, 02:13:29 PM
Put me down for the Slayer match if there is one this weekend!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 29, 2014, 08:58:09 PM
Mintograde due to my fiances at the moment I'll have to lower the Slayer matches bankroll payout.


Yes there will be a match today!

Just use your Bitcoin forum username to play.



Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Mintograde on March 29, 2014, 11:27:24 PM
Did I miss it? Nobody's in the server or on vent.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 29, 2014, 11:35:07 PM
I'll push it back till 8PM.

No it hasn't started yet.


Password once again is hotdog


Match is going to start very soon.




Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Mintograde on March 30, 2014, 01:07:24 AM
Thanks for the game and the bitcoin!

Here's the game from my POV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgwiKGELqp8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgwiKGELqp8)


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: loomofthefruit on March 30, 2014, 08:56:36 AM
Hey guys was it fun? How many players join th server...and were there any PROs? :)


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: a1choi on March 30, 2014, 09:49:24 AM
mintograde played like a pro.  the other guy had no chance.  25-0.  a couple insta spawn kills.  pretty sick.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on March 30, 2014, 08:47:14 PM
Mintograde is a pro-gamer.... literally.



Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: NoName801 on March 31, 2014, 12:26:33 PM
The feeling when you read this thread and it is Monday :) Never mind the weekend will be here soon so I will certainly give this server a try!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: OZborn on April 08, 2014, 02:04:01 PM
Did the games took place this weekend? I'll be glad to join one if they are still available for the next weekend!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Rulishix on April 13, 2014, 05:44:12 AM
I wonder if this is being tested for people to go up against each other betting btc and the host just takes a fee for hosting because that is genius!


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: emsjvh on April 18, 2014, 06:53:16 AM
I'm in the works of having a 24/7 Halo CE server with automatic payouts.

I'll keep you guys posted.


Title: Re: halobc.com | Battle in Halo CE for Bitcoin | Free to play(BETA)| Free 0.035 ฿ |
Post by: Mintograde on April 20, 2014, 02:31:23 PM
I'm in the works of having a 24/7 Halo CE server with automatic payouts.

I'll keep you guys posted.

Awesome!